Professional Installation of Shed Foundations In Michigan
If you need a contractor for shed foundations in Michigan, we can help! Site Prep serves the largest towns in Michigan, including Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, Dearborn, Livonia, and Westland. We build crushed stone and concrete garage foundations and offer shed demolition services.
About Our Gravel Shed Foundations In Michigan
Our gravel shed foundations, also called crushed stone pads, are the most popular type we build in Michigan. This base type is perfect for any prefab shed or garage with a wooden floor. We use clean stone for the best drainage and compact it well to support your building.
Step 1
Topsoil is removed, and the ground below is compacted.
Step 2
A pressure-treated lumber perimeter is built and staked.
Step 3
A construction-grade stabilization fabric is installed over the dirt.
Step 4
3/4″ clean crushed stone is added (minimum 4″) and compacted.
About Concrete Shed Foundations In Michigan
We build concrete foundations for garages and sheds in Michigan. Whether you need a small pad for one car or a larger one for multiple vehicles, we can help. Our experienced teams work throughout Michigan and nearby areas. Start your garage foundation project today by requesting a free quote!
Types Of Concrete Shed Foundations In Michigan
Floating Concrete Shed Pads In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Ground Leveled With Skid Loader
- 4″ to 5” Clean Stone under Concrete Pad
- 4” Thick Concrete (3500 PSI)
Floating Concrete Shed Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 12” Deep by 10″ Wide Footer
Monolithic Concrete Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 36” Deep by 10″ Wide Concrete Frost Wall
Block Shed Foundations In MI
Foundation Includes:
- Excavation for Foundation
- 4’’ Thick Concrete Floor (3500 PSI)
- Saw Cut Control Joints to Minimize Cracking
- Fiber Mesh OR Wire Mesh in Floor
- 6-Mil Moisture Barrier
- 4’’ to 5” of Clean Stone Prepped for Concrete
- 8’’ Masonry Block Used to Build up to Required Height
- Concrete Footer, 8” Deep x 20” Wide to Required Frost Depth with #4 Rebar
Reviews From Past Shed Foundations In Michigan
We’ve built shed foundations in Michigan and nearby areas for hundreds of happy clients. Here’s what some of them had to say:
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Cities Where We Install Shed Pads In Michigan
With teams in southern PA and central VA, we can offer shed foundation services across Michigan. We build shed bases in places like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, Dearborn, Livonia, and Westland. Contact us for a free quote to see if we cover your area!
Our Service Area Map
We offer commercial excavation across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. Our service areas include sections of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, and West Virginia. Find out if we offer commercial excavation in your area on our service area page.
Other Site Preparation Services We Offer In Michigan
Residential Excavation Services In MI
At Site Prep, our team offers multiple other services, including Residential Excavation in Michigan! We do everything from start to end to ensure a seamless & stress-free process for you! Here's what's included in the residential excavation: Site clearing, basement & footer excavation, water runoff & drainage, septic & drain field installation, concrete floors & flatwork, & lastly, the final grading. Our team ensures that the site will match your building plan for a flawless finish!
Shed Demolition In MI
Ready to upgrade your property? We can take care of removing that old building you no longer need! Site Prep offers a full range of shed demolition services in Michigan. Simply point out the shed you need to be removed, and we’ll do the rest! Our crews are trained to carefully demolish your old shed or outbuilding and remove the debris while protecting the rest of your property. Once the site is cleared, our team will be able to help you install a new shed foundation!
All the Services Site Prep Offers in Michigan
FAQs
Yes, those terms can be used interchangeably. Our pads are built with crushed stone but are often referred to as “gravel” shed foundations, so we often refer to them that way as well.
Yes, there are. However, we recommend gravel shed foundations due to their combination of affordability, durability, and ease of installation.
In some cases, local ordinances may require that gravel shed foundations be modified with frost-proof footings such as shed foundation piers. For even more foundation types, check out our comparison of the top 13 shed foundation options here.
Not technically. Gravel actually refers to round river stone, which is not suitable for a foundation. Our shed foundations are built with crushed stone. Crushed stone is ideal for a shed foundation because its uneven shape allows it to be tightly compacted into a firm base while still allowing water to drain away from the shed.
However, many people refer to crushed stone as “gravel”, so we often do too!
Absolutely! There are two primary ways of building a shed foundation on uneven ground:
- Building up – This involves building a retaining wall of pressure-treated lumber and bringing the shed foundation up to level. You can see an example of a built-up shed foundation here.
- Digging out – This involves excavating into the slope and then building a retaining wall of pressure-treated lumber to protect the shed. You can see an example of a dug-out shed foundation here.
- You can also use a combination of building up and digging out to place the foundation at a specific height. This is especially useful if the doors will be on the side of the shed. You can see an example of a combination shed foundation here.
Alternatively, some types of sheds and other buildings can be supported with concrete piers built up from a slope, such as in this example.
We don’t recommend installing your shed on blocks as this can create problems for your building down the road. Potential issues include:
- Floor joists are supported unevenly.
- Possible settling over time.
- Binding windows and doors.
- Space for critters to get under the shed.
In fact, many shed companies now require that their buildings be placed on a gravel shed foundation in order for their warranty to stand.
This article explains why shed foundation blocks are a bad idea in more detail.
Yes, gravel tends to be cheaper than concrete.